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Hage Geingob: Namibia’s president dies aged 82 Namibia’s President Hage Geingob has passed away while undergoing medical treatment at a hospital in the capital, Windhoek. The announcement was made by Vice-President Nangolo Mbumba, who revealed that Geingob died in the early hours of Sunday morning. Vice-President Mbumba said, “At his side was his dear wife Madame Monica Geingos and his children”. The 82-year-old leader had publicly disclosed his battle with cancer just last month, a diagnosis that had prompted his travel to the United States for treatment. It was anticipated that he would return to Namibia on February 2nd. President…

An investigation by The Independent has found that the government has been forced to publicly admit flawed decision-making led to Afghan heroes being turned down for sanctuary in Britain.

The front page features an image from Wednesday night’s chemical attack, as well as an inset picture of the man they are looking for. The man appears to have significant injuries to his eye. The paper notes at least 12 people were injured in the attack that appears to have been targeted.

Lloyd Austin has announced the US will order reprisal strikes against an Iranian-backed militia after an attack on an American base on Sunday.

Paul Gascoigne urges people to support Marcus Rashford over the Manchester United star’s recent struggles.

Speaking to the paper, Mr Hunt says he would prioritise tax cuts that boost growth.

Protests erupted in Buenos Aires on Wednesday as police clashed with demonstrators while lawmakers deliberated on a contentious bill put forth by newly-elected President Javier Milei. 

A massive gas explosion in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, has resulted in the death of at least two people and injuries to at least 222 individuals.

Starting Thursday, residents will face restrictions, including a ban on washing cars and filling empty swimming pools.

Police in Gebza intervened when the suspect, who was apparently protesting against the war in Gaza, took a break to go to the toilet.

Crossbow stalker scandal – that’s the headline on the front page of the Metro newspaper.

MPs demand £4bn bailout for councils in cash crisis – that’s the headline on the front page of the Guardian.

Sturgeon: Tears and Admissions – that’s the headline on the front page of The Scotsman, which leads on former FM Nicola Sturgeon.

5,600 migrants identified for first Rwanda flights – that’s the headline on the front page of the Daily Express.

ITV want Claudia to be BBC Traitor – that’s the headline on Thursday’s Sun newspaper. The paper reports on the latest TV entertainment news.

In the name of our daughters … change the law – that’s the headline on the front page of the Daily Mirror.

The object, identified as a “live” device, prompted the intervention of the national bomb squad, who destroyed it.

Speaking at an opposition briefing, Lungu urged Zambians to pressure the president for an early election, stating it’s “imperative” if demanded by the people.

Hungary’s Viktor Orban vetoed a €50bn aid package for Kyiv. Speculations suggest his move was influenced by the EU’s retention of €20bn funds for Hungary.

In response to the incident, the US launched new airstrikes in Yemen, targeting 10 drones that were reportedly being prepared for launch.

Elementor #583281January 31, 20241 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today The Guardian – State of NHS should be declared national emergency, experts say The news that a team of experts say that the NHS is in such a dire state that it should be declared a national emergency is the top story in The Guardian.The paper also says the Labour Party has launched outreach efforts amid concerns it is losing support of normally loyal Muslim voters over its position on the Middle EastMore smiles on the front of the paper as it reflects on Sinn Fein welcoming the…

Elementor #583275January 31, 20241 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today The i newspaper – Cameron didn’t clear two-state solution speech with No 10 Foreign Secretary David Cameron did not clear his speech where he commented on a two-state solution to the issues facing Israel and the Palestinians with Number 10, according to i.The paper says Lord Cameron has been criticised by several Conservative MPs after he suggested the UK would consider recognising a Palestinian state – the paper claims Downing Street did not know of the speech in advance. Elsewhere, as football’s transfer deadline day looms the paper says…

Elementor #583269January 31, 20241 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today Metro – Dawn of the cyborg The Metro leads on the news that Elon Musk’s company Neuralink has successfully implanted a chip in a person’s brain. The paper says Musk’s brain chips could be brilliant – or a Black Mirror nightmare, it describes.At the top of the paper, it points to criticism of the BBC after it announced Kim Kardashian will be starring in and producing a documentary about Elizabeth Taylor. Today’s top stories Like this article? why don’t you share it? its easy … just click the…

Elementor #583263January 31, 20241 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today Daily Express – Migration rules will halt shock population riseComments by Home Secretary James Cleverly insisting that tough new migration rules are needed to halt the UK’s population rising to 74 million by 2036 lead in the Daily  Express.The main image comes from the Old Bailey trial of couple Constance Marten and Mark Gordon charged with manslaughter over the death of baby Victoria. Jurors have seen first brief glimpses of a baby who died after her parents went on the run. The two deny manslaughter and the…

Elementor #583251January 31, 20241 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today The Sun – Robbie bid to buy Port ValeThe Sun splashes on the news that pop star Robbie Williams is preparing to make a bid to buy Port Vale football club, the team he has supported all his life. The singer was named the club’s president at the weekend and the tabloid says Williams is eyeing a potential Wrexham-style TV deal too.The front page leaves space to report on migration to the UK.  Today’s top stories Like this article? why don’t you share it? its easy ……

Brazil’s Lula sacks deputy intelligence chief amid spying probe Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has sacked the deputy director of the national intelligence agency and four department heads amid ongoing investigations into allegations of illegal spying by the agency, Abin, on ex-president Jair Bolsonaro’s adversaries. The accused deputy, Alessandro Moretti, is alleged to have shared information with former Abin chief Alexandre Ramagem, a member of Bolsonaro’s party. Bolsonaro says he and his family are being persecuted, which Lula denies, stating that his government does not direct the federal police. The scandal emerged when Brazil’s Supreme Court revealed documents…